Pick-Your-Own
Pick-Your-Own Fruit
Our 2021 Pick-Your-Own Season is nearing its end. Online Bookings are essential.
There is no better way to experience the stone-fruit season — cherries, apricots & plums — and our beautiful countryside than our Pick-Your-Own orchard!
Open 7 days a week, 8am to 5pm during the season — November and December (or until picked out!) — when ripe fruit is available. OPENING HOURS
1kg per adult, minimum pick.
You are welcome to bring a picnic and enjoy our shady picnic area.
It’s a fun day out for all ages — there is lots to see and do at Ballinaclash!
Buses and coaches must book via email — please contact us to book.
Buses and coaches without a confirmed booking will not be admitted.
Just prior to your visit to Ballinaclash please check this website for any updates or changes due to COVID restrictions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know for a visit to Ballinaclash!
How do I get to Ballinaclash Pick Your Own Orchard and Cellar Door?
Ballinaclash Orchard and Cellar Door is located 6km south of Young in south west New South Wales. The easiest way to get the most accurate directions is to go to our website and follow the Google Maps link.
If you are using a GPS put in Ballinaclash Orchard and the directions will come up.
We are about 4 hours from Sydney and less than 2 hours from Canberra. and Wagga.
When is the cherry season?
The cherry season generally begins around Melbourne Cup Day however because we are so dependent on the weather, each season varies.
We try and keep this website up to date with information regarding each season, so keep an eye on it. Our Facebook and Instagram pages are also a good source for up to date information. Alternatively feel free to contact us via phone or email for updates regarding the season.
It is difficult to give an exact answer to this as it depends a lot on the weather. Usually however, we have pick your own cherries from mid-November to mid-December. Our shed shop and Cellar Door is open 7 days a week during this time and up until Christmas.
Our 2021 Cherry season will begin on Saturday 13th November.
We generally have pick your own apricots late November/early December.
Our white cherries also come in around this time. Sour cherries are a little later. The sour cherries are not always available for sale as we use them for our own cooking and products. Keep an eye on our website, Facebook or Instragram for seasonal updates.
What cherry varieties do you grow?
We grow several different varieties of cherries so that we can extend our season. These are roughly divided into Early Season, Mid -Season & Late Season Varieties.
We also grow White Cherries and Sour Cherries. Cherry Varieties Grown at Ballinaclash
What do I need to bring when I come cherry picking?
For the 2021 season you will need to bring proof of booking (either digital or printed copy), your phone so you can check-in using our QR Code (please ask if you are unable to do this and we can help) and valid proof of double vaccination.
It’s a good idea to bring a hat and sunscreen. Enclosed shoes are best but it’s up to you!
You may like to pack a picnic and enjoy our shady picnic area or make use of our free electric BBQ (Note: Due to COVID restrictions electric BBQs are not available). Tables and seats are limited so you may want to bring your own or a picnic rug.
Don’t forget your water bottle, however if you do, we sell cold drinks at our shed shop.
When do the pick your own apricots start?
As with all of our fruit, the ripening is weather dependent. The apricots usually start late November or beginning of December however they could be slightly earlier or later.
If you keep an eye on this website or our social media, we will keep you updated; alternatively feel free to contact us for more information.
What's the weather like?
You may be hoping for beautiful sunny weather for your day out picking cherries, but rest assured we are hoping and praying even harder for that perfect weather! Of course this is completely out of our control, however we usually experience good weather during the cherry season.
Regardless, we are open 7 days a week during the cherry season and offer ample shelter in our shed if it does rain – although due to COVID restrictions numbers will be limited.
If you are waiting for the rain to pass, why not sample our award winning wines at the Cellar Door, participate in a cherry pie making class (unfortunately unavailable during the 2021 season due to Covid Restrictions), enjoy eating our homemade cherry pie, have a cherry ice-cream, sample our full of fruit jams and much more.
To check on the weather prior to your visit, you can click on the link below. If rain is forecast just remember to pack your coat!
Do you sell food?
During the cherry season we sell cherry pie and ice cream and cherry ice creams but not lunch or coffee. You are welcome to bring a picnic or visit one of our great local cafes.
Do you grow white cherries?
Yes we do. They usually ripen late November/early December.
Do you grow sour cherries?
Yes we do. We grow Montmorency and Morello varieties. These are late variety cherries so usually ripen mid to late December. We do not always have these available for the public as we love using them for our cooking and products so it depends on the season as to whether we have enough.
Is there an entry fee?
No entry fee you just pay for what you pick. Minimum 1kg per adult.
What other fruits do you grow?
Our cherries and apricots are available for pick your own but we also grow other fruits that we sell in our Farm Gate Shop. These fruits are available when in season: janerik plums, cherries, apricots, loquats, plums, nectarines, peaches, figs, sugar plums, table grapes, wine grapes and quinces.
Are dogs allowed?
Dogs are permitted in the orchard on the condition that they are kept on a lead at all times, they do not disturb or upset others and their droppings are immediately cleaned up and properly disposed of by their owner
Strictly no dogs or animals of any kind are allowed in or near the shed, with the exclusion of registered assistance animals.
Can you store our Pick Your Own Fruit in your Cool Room
Unfortunately we are unable to store your fruit in our cool room so bring along your eskies and coolers if you can!
Do I need to book Pick Your Own online?
Yes. Online bookings are essential these days.
Can I do a wine tasting when I come to pick cherries?
Absolutely. One of the unique things about Ballinaclash is that it is a Pick Your Own Orchard, Cellar Door and Farm Gate Shop, so really, a one stop shop! Make sure you book your wine tasting online so you don’t miss out!
Are you Covid Safe?
We have made every effort to safeguard visitors to our premises, our community and our employees by adhering to NSW Government Covid Regulations. When you book in online, you will be required to read and agree to our Conditions of Entry.
Do you have Cherry Pie Making Classes?
Unfortunately due to Covid Restrictions, we are unable to conduct our very popular Cherry Pie Making Classes this season. We hope they will return for the 2022 Season! In the meantime, rest assured we will be churning out our cherry pies for sale in our Farm Gate Shop throughout the season.
Do I need to be double vaccinated against Covid?
Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination or valid written medical exemption will be required to enter for all visitors 16 and over In accordance with NSW Government Regulation to December 15th 2021 or when NSW reaches 95% vaccination. We expect that this may continue to be a condition of entry after this date and for the duration of the 2021 Pick Your Own season. This decision has been made in the best interests of the health and well being of our staff, our customers and our wider regional community, and taking into consideration the limited capabilities of our regional health facilities.
If you cannot confirm the above, as a precautionary measure, you will be unable to visit our premises.
Please check closer to the date for updates.
What are your opening hours?
During the Cherry Season, we are open 7 days a week from 8am to 5pm.
We usually close just before Christmas.
Our days and hours of opening vary out of cherry season, depending on what is happening on the farm, so it is best to check our website or social media for updates.
During the quieter Autumn and Winter months we open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 4pm and offer a number of wine tasting experiences, some accompanied with local food options.
Can I change my online booking?
Once you have booked, if you want to add more people to your booking, you will need to book them in as a separate booking. Every person needs a booking. If bookings are full, you will be unable to add extras.
If you wish to cancel a booking, please send us an email with your Booking Number and we will cancel it for you.
We appreciate you doing so, as this enables others to take your spot.